Things to Do in Mallorca in August 2025 – Best Festivals & Summer Events

August is pure summer mode in Mallorca—think long beach days, late sunsets, cold drinks on a terrace, and towns buzzing with energy. Yes, it’s hot, very very hot, but that’s part of the fun! From outdoor concerts to village fiestas and cultural festivals, there's always something going on. Here's a look at the best things to do in Mallorca in August:

1. Festes de Sant Bartomeu – Sóller & Port de Sóller

📅 August 24 (with events all week

Sóller’s Sant Bartomeu festivities are a proper mix of culture, tradition, and summer fun. The town puts on concerts in the square, art exhibitions, and a spectacular Nit de Foc (fire run) that lights up the night. Down in Port de Sóller, the mood is more seaside party—expect food stalls, DJs by the marina, and fireworks over the bay. It's one of the liveliest fiestas on the west coast and a great excuse to stick around after sunset. summer.

📍 Sóller & Port de Sóller

2. Festival Internacional de Música de Pollença

📅 All August

Held in the beautiful Convent de Santo Domingo in Pollença, this long-running classical music festival attracts musicians from around the world. The setting is magical—stone cloisters, candlelight, and summer air. If you’re into orchestras, opera or piano recitals, this one’s for you. Tip: book early, it sells out fast!

📍 Pollença Old Town

3. Festa de la Mare de Déu d’Agost – Porreres, Alaró & Other Villages

📅 August 15

This public holiday is celebrated in towns all across Mallorca, but some of the best spots to experience it are in inland villages like Porreres and Alaró. Expect traditional church processions, decorated streets, folk dancing, and big community dinners where the whole town gathers outside. In Porreres, there’s often live music and pop-up bars in the square, while Alaró adds its own twist with cultural shows and a really welcoming vibe.

📍 Porreres, Alaró, and other inland

4. Castell de Bellver Open-Air Concerts – Palma

📅 Selected dates in August

Want to watch a classical or jazz concert under the stars in a 14th-century castle? Bellver Castle’s summer concerts are something special. The acoustics are amazing, and the views over Palma Bay at sunset are next level. Bring a light jacket—it cools down slightly at night up there!

📍 Castell de Bellver, Palma

5. Fiestas de Can Picafort – Sant Jaume & more

📅 All month (main events around mid-August)

Can Picafort knows how to throw a fiesta. The summer festivals include everything from foam parties and live music on the beach to traditional processions and “correfocs” (fire runs with devils). Great for families during the day and for night owls once the sun goes down.

📍 Can Picafort

6. Mallorca Live Summer Edition – Calvià

📅 August (exact lineup varies)

This is the summer spin-off of the famous Mallorca Live Festival. Expect a more intimate vibe, with open-air gigs from top Spanish and international acts. It’s held at the Antiguo Aquapark in Calvià, and you can pair the concert with food trucks, cocktails, and pre-show sunsets.

📍 Calvià

7. Festes de Sineu

📅 Mid to late August

Sineu goes big in August. The town’s Sant Bartomeu festival is full of local colour—daytime markets, traditional mass, concerts, open-air dances (verbenas), and plenty of late-night partying. There’s usually a mix of old-school charm and younger energy, and it all takes place in Sineu’s historic square. Bonus: the Wednesday market is still in full swing.

📍 Sineu

8. Fiestas de Montuïri

📅 Around August 24

Montuïri celebrates its own version of Sant Bartomeu with loads of ball de bot, music in the main square, and a fantastic small-town vibe. It's less touristy than other spots, so you’ll get a real feel for how Mallorcans celebrate in summer. Expect concerts, local food stalls, and community dinners where everyone’s invited.

📍 Montuïri

Pro Tip: Plan Around the Heat ☀️

August afternoons can be very warm, with average highs around 32°C. The best way to enjoy the island is by planning beach time or siestas in the afternoon, and saving cultural visits and walking for the cooler mornings or evenings. The August weather in Mallorca also means warm sea temperatures and amazing sunsets—don’t miss those golden hours!

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